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Stephen Byrne

History for Kids: Ancient Greek Gods

For Students 2nd - 6th
Wonderful resource for kids provides an overview of Greek Gods and Goddesses in ancient Greek society. Provides animated examples and facts about each one. Includes teacher resources.
Handout
Stephen Byrne

History for Kids: Ancient Egyptian Games

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Some of the games in ancient Egypt were designed just for adults, but others were played by people of all ages.
Handout
The History Cat

The History Cat: Christianity

For Students 9th - 10th
Discusses the Christian religion, the province of Judea, the story of Jesus, belief system, persecution by the Romans, the spread of Christianity, and the different Christian sects that have evolved.
Article
Other

All About Egypt: Life in Modern Egypt

For Students 9th - 10th
Modern day Egypt is a blend of ancient and new ways. This text based article provides a detailed look at all aspects of today's Egypt including its people, government, education, modern cities, religion, and economy.
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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Tragedy

For Students 9th - 10th
This encyclopedia entry from Wikipedia about tragedies discusses its Greek origins; the typical characteristics of a tragedy; and lists some examples of ancient Greek, Roman, English, and modern-day writers of tragedies.
Handout
The History Cat

The History Cat: Yin, Yang, and a Little Feng Shui

For Students 9th - 10th
Discusses the Three Ways, which are a blend of Taoist, Buddhist, and Confucianist schools of thought, and what each of these philosophies contributes to the Three Ways.
Handout
The History Cat

The History Cat: Hinduism

For Students 4th - 8th
Discusses what Hinduism is, the Hindu view of God, how Hindus worship, the belief in reincarnation, the concept of Karma, the caste system and Untouchables, the celebration of Diwali, and the practice of yoga.
Website
Other

Upanishads: Treasure of Wisdom

For Students 9th - 10th
Sri Swami Sivananda summarizes the "origin" and "significance" of the ancient Upanishad texts.
Handout
The British Museum

British Museum: Explore World Cultures: Cyprus

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the art of ancient Cyprus in this historical overview and image gallery with detailed descriptions, from the collection of the British Museum.
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Other

Theban Mapping Project: Egyptian Funerary Equipment

For Students 9th - 10th
A five-page article dealing with the objects used in ancient Egyptian funerary practices. Details are given on the sarcophagi, coffins, shabtis and the like.
Website
Other

Interfaith Dialog Center: Hinduism

For Students 9th - 10th
A good introduction to Hinduism, which provides a brief look at the religion's ancient beginnings, its sacred texts, beliefs and practices, sects, and holy days. Includes a simple explanation of how the monotheistic principle of Hinduism...
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China State Council Information Office and the China International Publishing Group

China Internet Information Center: Beijing: A Guide to China's Capital City

For Students 9th - 10th
Welcome to Beijing, the capital city of China! Learn the early background and history of this ancient city as well as about its historic sights, education, economy, religion, and aspects of the new modern day Beijing.
Website
PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Paraphrasing Timbuktu

For Students 9th - 10th
This video segment from Religion and Ethics Newsweekly features the ancient city of Timbuktu, once a thriving center of learning and trade.
Interactive
PBS

Pbs Teachers: Sumo East and West: Sumo Style

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore the ancient Japanese sport of sumo with this interactive guide to the sumo wrestler. Discover the historical origins of the sport, and consider the significance of the wrestling ring as well as wrestlers' hairstyles, clothing and...
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Copts

For Students 9th - 10th
The Copts of Egypt are a religious minority (numbering about 6 million in Egypt) whose church they believe to have been founded by Saint Mark the Evangelist. The Coptic church is the ancient church of Egypt. Outside of Egypt, Coptic...
Handout
Stephen Byrne

History for Kids: Roman Women

For Students 2nd - 7th
History for Kids gives an overview of women in ancient Rome discussing women's role in politics, religion and law and daily life. Resources for teachers includes activities, worksheets, and quizzes.
Lesson Plan
National Endowment for the Humanities

Neh: Edsit Ement: Scroll Paintings (Lesson Plan)

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
Students apply knowledge about Ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics and work collaboratively with classmates creating scroll paintings in this lesson. The Book of the Dead is referred to in teaching students about Ancient Egypt and...
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National Earth Science Teachers Association

Windows to the Universe: Cronus (Saturn)

For Students 9th - 10th
"In Greek mythology, Cronus was the son of Uranus and Gaea." He led a revolt against his father and thereby became the king of the gods. He was later overthrown by his own son Zeus.
Graphic
Curated OER

Bbc History: Ancient History: Romans: Roman Religions: Marcus Aurelius Portrait

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Sculpted portrait of Marcus Aurelius, circa A.D. 180.
Unit Plan
Other

Bradshaw Foundation: Egyptian Gods and Goddesses

For Students 9th - 10th
Sixteen Egyptian gods and goddesses are listed, accompanied by pictures and explanations of their roles.
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The British Museum

The British Museum: Horus

For Students 9th - 10th
A brief overview of the Egyptian god of the sky, Horus. Contains images and hyperlinked terms.
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National Earth Science Teachers Association

Windows to the Universe: Sumerian Mythology

For Students 9th - 10th
This page from Windows to the Universe allows one to learn about the Mesopotamia region of the world. Find out about the different myths that the Sumerians believed in.
Handout
The British Museum

The British Museum: Isis

For Students 9th - 10th
A brief overview of the Egyptian god of protection, Isis. Contains images and hyperlinked terms.
Article
National Earth Science Teachers Association

Windows to the Universe: Gaea/mother Earth

For Students 3rd - 8th
This website focuses on Gaea the great goddess of the early Greeks. She is also known as Mother Earth. Use this website to see a picture of Gaea.

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